Salem Health is investing $75 million in West Valley Hospital in Dallas, including an expansion that would make its emergency room three times its current size and other facility improvements. West Valley is Polk County’s only hospital and one of three operated by Salem Health. A hospital spokesperson told Salem Reporter that the project is intended to accommodate future demand, including additional emergency visits. The September 30 report describes a planned expansion; the accessible article does not establish a construction or opening date.
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https://www.salemreporter.com/2026/09/30/salem-health-invests-75-million-to-triple-dallas-emergency-room-make-other-upgrades/
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